Luther College

Department of Nursing

Luther College is a Private not-for-profit institution with a campus in Decorah, Iowa. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Iowa Board of Nursing. The Decorah, Iowa campus for Luther College is located in a Town setting, see the map below. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 1,463. The student-to-faculty ratio is 10-to-1. In-state tuition and fees were $52,120, while out-of-state tuition and fees were $52,120 for the most recent reporting period.

Nursing Programs

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Visit the Luther College website to learn how to apply for the nursing programs listed above. We also recommend that all nursing students in Iowa periodically review the requirements for a CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license as presented by the Iowa Board of Nursing. Understanding the CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license requirements and duty restrictions for Iowa will help you navigate your education needs and avoid career planning mistakes often made by nursing students.

Tuition Cost And Admissions

Description2024-2025
Student population:1,463
Student-to-faculty ratio:10-to-1
In-state tuition & fees:$52,120
Out-of-state tuition & fees:$52,120
Room and board:$11,530
Percent on financial aid:100%
Campus housing:yes
Percent admitted:73%
SAT Reading Writing range:550-650
SAT Math range:548-668
ACT Composite range:22-29
ACT English range:21-29
ACT Math range:21-28
Religious affiliation:Evangelical Lutheran Church

Student Profile

Male 46%
Female 54%
Full-Time 99%
Part-Time 1%
Undergraduate 100%
Graduate 0%

Ethnicity of Students


Campus Location

Click the map below to see the campus location and to get driving directions to Luther College. You can also see the Luther College campus setting and nearby attractions in satellite or street view mode.

Map showing the location of Luther College in Decorah, Iowa

  • Address: 700 College Drive, Decorah, Iowa 52101
  • Phone Number: 563-387-2000

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Last updated: October 21, 2025

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